Karla Florez News
Neal on suspending Russian trade relations: 'We have no time to waste and must immediately further punish Vladimir Putin'
By Karla Florez | Apr 19, 2022
Congress recently voted in favor of suspending normal trade relations with Russia amid its invasion of Ukraine and reports of human atrocities.
GC biotech BV CEO: 'Purigen’s Ionic Purification System and kits are a strong addition to our overall product portfolio'
By Karla Florez | Apr 19, 2022
Purigen Biosystems Inc. has entered a new distribution agreement with GC biotech BV.
ING economist on China: 'More pain will come in Q2.’
By Karla Florez | Apr 19, 2022
As China continues enforcing lockdowns in adherence to its zero-COVID policy, residents and economists alike have expressed increasing concerns about the potential impact on the supply chain.
Advanced Clinical opens office in Switzerland to serve ‘pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies in the heart of Europe’
By Karla Florez | Apr 16, 2022
Advanced Clinical, a clinical development and resourcing organization, recently announced it is expanding in Europe with a new office in Zug, Switzerland.
Blackrock unveils investment plans to reduce greenhouse gas emissions while 'cozying up to the Chinese Communist Party'
By Karla Florez | Apr 15, 2022
Blackrock announced April 14 investment plans it hopes to carry out by 2030.
China continues COVID-19 lockdowns to 'grind through the pandemic and anything or person that gets in the way'
By Karla Florez | Apr 15, 2022
According to Chinese Communist Party President Xi Jinping, the recent lockdown in Shanghai is an example of steps he will take to enforce China’s no-COVID policy in response to a sudden uptick in COVID-19 cases.
China analyst: 'The message to Shanghai and everyone else is clear – suck it up for the good of the country'
By Karla Florez | Apr 15, 2022
Chinese Communist Party President Xi Jinping recently commented on the enforcement of the country’s zero covid strategy amid the ongoing spread of the virus, and a three-week lockdown the policy imposed on Shanghai that has only recently begun to soften. The leader voiced his intention to double down on the matter as growth projections for Chinese GDP begin declining as a result of the lockdowns, Chinese media outlets report.
Munger: 'We wish that China and the United States got along better'
By Karla Florez | Apr 15, 2022
Daily Journal Corp has reduced its holding of Alibaba Group Holding Ltd., wiping out shares acquired during the fourth quarter of 2021, Reuters reported. Alibaba has been linked to work with the Chinese government and military but has not been banned from U.S. investments.
Pitney Bowes SVP on launching in Canadian market: 'The first of several exciting new solutions'
By Karla Florez | Apr 15, 2022
Pitney Bowes has introduced PitneyShipTM Pro to the Canadian market.
Faria on new president: 'Marco’s diverse background and broad leadership experience make him an excellent fit to lead'
By Karla Florez | Apr 15, 2022
Eaton recently named Marco Martini as president of Vehicle Group across Europe, the Middle East and Africa.
Australia, US raise concerns over China broadening 'opportunities to expand its influence'
By Karla Florez | Apr 15, 2022
Australia and the U.S. recently considered statements by the president of the Federated States of Micronesia urging the Solomon Islands to reconsider the Chinese Alliance.
DOS cautions US residents against travel to China due to 'strict lockdowns'
By Karla Florez | Apr 14, 2022
The Department of State issued a travel advisory April 11 advising people against traveling to Shanghai amid ongoing lockdowns. The restrictions, fueled by China’s “no covid policy,” have led to growing concerns about the impact it could have on the global supply chain.
Keller Williams expands to Saudi Arabia, hopes to become ‘most dominant real estate player in the region by 2025'
By Karla Florez | Apr 14, 2022
Keller Williams continues to expand in Asia with the grand opening of a new master franchise in Saudi Arabia.
Kennedy: 'Qumu sees continued momentum with large enterprises deploying our video engagement platform'
By Karla Florez | Apr 13, 2022
Qumu Corporation has officially finalized its expansion efforts for the first financial quarter of 2022, cementing collaborations with customers across the United States, Asia-Pacific and EMEA.
Jurny CEO on The Yanko Group partnership: 'We kicked off 2022 with our strongest quarter to date and with high profile partnerships like this one'
By Karla Florez | Apr 13, 2022
Jurny, Inc. has partnered with a boutique luxury real estate development firm, The Yanko Group, to help establish its new soft brand collection.
Exclusive Networks CSO on new partnership: We are 'focused on meeting customer and partner demand across Europe for the most impactful cybersecurity solutions'
By Karla Florez | Apr 13, 2022
SecurityScorecard has entered a partnership with Exclusive Networks to improve the region’s ability to rate and monitor security risk in the region.
Univar Solutions Inc. vice president: 'We're thrilled that our relationship has expanded into mainland China and Hong Kong'
By Karla Florez | Apr 12, 2022
Univar Solutions Inc. subsidiary, Univar Solutions China Limited has extended its agreement with Dow related to the China-based development of UCON PAG-based synthetic products.
Kelbert on new Mexico location: 'This multi-million dollar investment highlights our long-term commitment to the North American market'
By Karla Florez | Apr 12, 2022
Rivulis has taken a step toward global expansion efforts with the opening of its new location in Tijuana, Mexico.
Vilsack: 'There is no realistic way to convert all CRP acres into cropland in 2022'
By Karla Florez | Apr 12, 2022
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has rejected a request submitted in late March by multiple agricultural groups to ease CRP obligations in the hopes of mitigating the coming effects of food shortages projected to impact the world.
Almond Alliance of California president: 'America's reputation as a reliable trade partner is also becoming spoiled'
By Karla Florez | Apr 11, 2022
The president of the Almond Alliance of California, Aubrey Bettencourt, recently criticized the current trade imbalance, which is causing shipping carriers to refuse exports for American goods.